Mechatronics and Intelligent Machines

University of Central Lancashire

Postgraduate MSc Full-time 1 Year Materials science and engineeringManufacturing engineering

Mechatronics and Intelligent Machines MSc is a postgraduate degree at University of Central Lancashire, based in Preston, taught full-time over 1 year.

About this course

Course overview
- Learn how to systematically apply engineering principles to complex and unpredictable real-world problems on our MSc Mechatronics and Intelligent Machines course. You’ll explore the new technologies transforming the world in which we live whilst also securing practical experience through a workplace or industry placement.

- The course is suitable for engineers who have recently graduated as well as those with experience. It’s an opportunity to extend your knowledge in Intelligent Machines or update your qualifications with a view to promotion or a specialist role.

- We cover technical aspects of Intelligent Machines Engineering, forming a suitable basis for a career in a range of roles associated with Mechatronics and Intelligent Machines Systems Engineering.

- You’ll take on new knowledge and skills relating to machine intelligence, the development of intelligent machines, mechatronics systems, renewable energy technologies, condition monitoring systems and structural health monitoring systems.

Why study with us
- Located within one of the most intense engineering and manufacturing areas in the UK, our £35m Engineering Innovation Centre provides an integrated space for teaching, research and work on live, real-world projects with commercial partners.

- Access world-class facilities in manufacturing, including the Intelligent Condition Monitoring, Intelligent Structural Health Monitoring, Instrumentation, Mechatronic, Tribology and Materials Testing labs, and engineering and CNC workshops, a metals and 3D workshop, and a rapid prototyping suite.

- You’ll develop the high levels of judgement, team-working, leadership, initiative, delegation and decision-making responsibilities needed for a professional career in Mechatronics and Intelligent Machines engineering.

Study Options

This course is available in 3 study options:

Full-time Shown above

Duration: 1 Year

Qualification: MSc

Location: Preston

Part-time

Duration: 3 Years

Qualification: MSc

Location: Preston

Full-time Shown above

Duration: 2 Years

Qualification: MSc

Location: Preston

Career Prospects

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Course Details

Qualification
MSc
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
1 Year
Start Date
2025

2025-entry data — 2026 offers may differ

Academic Year
2025
Campus / Location
Preston
Scheme
Postgraduate
Subjects
Materials science and engineering, Manufacturing engineering